That's right, the cute boot-wearin' kitty out of the popular Shrek movies is about to star in his very own Fruit Ninja iOS app.

Back when Apple released the first developer beta versions of iOS 5, it was noted that the software update added the ability to configure AirPort stations from an iOS device. Now, when users attempt to do this in iOS 5 GM, a pop-up notification notes that an application (called "AirPort Utility") is required, and directs users to an iTunes link that is not yet live.

A new iPhone app called "Tweet Speaker" has the ability to read users' Twitter streams aloud. The app, which is natively compatible with the iPhone and iPod touch, is available to download in the App Store for $2.99.

The popular universal app "Infinity Blade" has recently received an update, which adds a new content pack and gives users a sneak peak of Infinity Blade 2 (which chAIR Entertainment announced yesterday at Apple's iPhone event).

The original Siri personal assistant iPhone app has been removed from the App Store following yesterday's iPhone event, at which Apple announced the iPhone 4S handset.

Within iTunes 10.5 beta 9 are several strings that suggest Apple is going to unveil app rentals. This news, which was first uncovered by The Tech Erra, comes one day before Apple is expected to announce its next-generation iPhone.

Facebook recently posted information on a revamped, HTML5-driven mobile Web interface to its developer webpage. The information posted appears to outline "Project Spartan," and includes screenshots of the revamped, feature-packed Web app. While Facebook has since removed the page in question, TechCrunch was able to save each and every screenshot, and even a copy of the webpage as a PDF file.

The popular UK-based movie rental company "LOVEFiLM" has recently released a free app, which allows users to stream TV and movies (over Wi-Fi only), browse the service's catalogue and rent movies on an iPad.

Sports Illustrated has just released a couple of new applications. The apps, "Sports Illustrated Football Rivals" for iPhone and iPod touch, and for iPad, offer users a unique inside into some of American football's greatest, most notorious rivalries. Both applications are available to download in the App Store for free.

Both the paid and free versions of the popular Snake '97 universal app have received updates. Now, users of both applications can enjoy Retina optimized graphics, a new user interface and support for the iPhone 3G and second generation iPod touch.

Apple has launched a brand-new section in the App Store called "TV Time." As the name suggests, this new section houses television related applications, such as Netflix, ABC Player and IMDb.

A new universal iOS application called "Camera+ After Effects" allows users to apply a series of different effects to images shot on an iPhone, iPod touch or iPad. While the app looks promising, we are sad to report that there are a few issues with the $0.99 application.

In an exclusive article published moments ago by Mashable, it is claimed that Facebook will launch its native iPad application at Apple's iPhone 5 event on October 4, along with a variety of other goodies.

The popular WordPress iOS app received an update yesterday, adding a "feature-rich content editor" and a full screen editing mode. Furthermore, users can now follow their favorite blogs from within the universal application, and it's easier than ever before to upload images from within the app.

The popular iPhone app "Doodle Jump" has recently received an update. Now, in the latest version of the application users can interact with two new platform types. Furthermore, the iPad app ("Doodle Jump for iPad") was updated several days ago to add a new submarine ride in the water theme, and to tweak the Game Center multiplayer mode.

If you're a car owner, you'll no doubt know that the price of gasoline can greatly vary from station to station. Fortunately, an iPhone app called "SmartFuel" can help. The clever application uses GPS to find the cheapest gas near you, and what's more, the app has just received an impressive update.

SlideRocket is an online presentation service, which allows users to create presentations online (either by themselves, or collaboratively with others), and share them easily. Now, the service has launched an iPad application. The app, "SlideRocket Player," allows users to take their presentations with them, on-the-go. Currently, the application is available to download in the App Store for free.

The popular iPhone app "FaceMan" has recently received a major update, as noted by Federico Viticci of MacStories. Now, the application - which is kind of like Photo Booth for the iPhone - features a new user interface, improved recording performance and a new effect. Currently, the app is available to download in the App Store for $0.99.

The best iPad apps of the week, all listed in one place.

Disney's interactive studio has recently released a new application in the App Store, in an attempt to make a profit following years of losses made on console titles.

Back in June, the Financial Times decided to ditch the App Store and produced a Web app, due to Apple's controversial in-app subscription policy. Now, in a report recently publish by Reuters, it is claimed that the Web app has attracted over 700,000 readers, making it more popular than the iOS application was before it was removed from the App Store.